December weather forecast
Tabor, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tabor, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.7°F (1.5°C) and min 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Tabor's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable drop, receding from November's chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Throughout the nights in December, Tabor experiences an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

In Tabor, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Tabor, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. In Tabor, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.3 days and aggregates up to 12.56" (319mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Tabor, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Tabor, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Tabor. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Tabor, 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Tabor, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Tabor, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tabor have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tabor have in December?

In Tabor, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Tabor?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Tabor, IA

Average temperature in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Tabor, IA

Average pressure in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tabor, IA

Average wind speed in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Tabor, IA

Average humidity in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Tabor, IA

Average rainfall in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Tabor, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tabor, IA

Average snowfall in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tabor, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tabor, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tabor, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Tabor, IA

Average UV index in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tabor, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Tabor, IA

Average visibility in December - Tabor, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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